Sunday, January 6, 2008

Filming for the next James Bond begins today. Producers have confirmed today that Mathieu Amalric will be playing the film's villain. They also confirm that Jeffrey Wright, who played CIA agent Felix Leiter in Casino Royale, will reprise that role.

Other actors returning for "Bond 22" include Dame Judi Dench once again playing 'M' and Giancarlo Giannini as Matthis. Filming moves to Italy, Panama, Austria and Bolivia over the next six months and the project is still on course for its release on November 7th.Producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli and the studios are on the verge of casting a female lead with an announcement expected within the next two weeks. Source